Skip to content
24/7 Advisor Hotline 1 (844) 203 4645
Senior Living Facilities
Logo
Home

Browse by State

California Florida Arizona Alaska Colorado Connecticut
View All States

Popular Cities

Miami
Florida
Anchorage
Alaska
Phoenix
Arizona
Tucson
Arizona
Tampa
Florida
Mesa
Arizona
Browse All Cities

City Guides

Compassionate Senior Living in Yarmouth, ME
Compassionate Senior Living in Woodbridge Township
Compassionate Senior Living in Windham, NH
Westfield Assisted Living Near Me with Compassionate Care
Compassionate Senior Living in Westbrook, ME
Warm, Trusted Senior Living in Westborough
View All Guides
Care Types
Memory Care Assisted Living Independent Living Nursing Homes CCRCs
Costs & Paying
Senior Living Costs Paying for Care Veterans Benefits Medicaid & Assistance Medicare & Medicaid
Planning & Choosing
Types of Senior Living How to Choose Moving Guide Senior Living Statistics
About Blog Contact Us
Call Now

24/7 Free & Confidential Support

24/7 Hotline
Free & Confidential
Call Now
Residential Care · Illinois

Residential Care in Illinois

Compare 446 residential care and related senior living options across Illinois — with real ratings, locations, and free help choosing the right fit.

Free help · call now1 (844) 203 4645 Browse communities
100% free service No obligation Local Illinois experts
Illinois at a glance
446
communities
12+
cities covered
$5,000
median / month
4.7★
avg rating
446
Residential Care communities
12+
Illinois cities & towns
$5,000
Median monthly cost
4.7
Average rating
Overview

Residential Care in Illinois

Illinois offers senior living options across the state, from the Chicago metro to central and downstate communities. Assisted living averages about $6,219 a month statewide, running higher in the Chicago area ($5,300 to $8,000+) and more affordable downstate ($4,950 to $6,850+).

Illinois is also known for its Supportive Living Program, a Medicaid-funded model that makes assisted living more accessible for eligible seniors. Below you can compare communities by city and get free help from a local advisor.

Costs

What residential care costs in Illinois

Assisted living in Illinois averages about $6,219 per month, with the Chicago metro running higher ($5,300–$8,000+) and downstate regions lower ($4,950–$6,850+).

Illinois median$5,000/mo
U.S. assisted living median$6,200/mo

What affects the price? Location and local demand, private vs. shared room, the level of daily care needed, and add-ons like medication administration or nighttime support.

Ways families pay

Private pay Illinois Medicaid VA Aid & Attendance Long-term care insurance
Browse

Illinois senior living communities

We're showing senior living communities across Illinois that may offer residential care or related care — call to confirm the specific services your family needs.

Page 3 of 9 — 446 communities in Illinois.

By city

Residential Care by Illinois city

Explore communities in Illinois's cities and towns.

Chicago44 Rockford9 Crystal Lake6 Quincy6 Peoria5 Glenview4 Normal4 Des Plaines4 Joliet4 Moline4 Niles4 Bloomington4

What residential care offers

Residential Care provides small, home-like board-and-care homes offering personal care and supervision for a handful of residents.

  • Help with daily activities & medication management
  • Meals, housekeeping & laundry
  • Trained staff and a safe, supportive environment
  • Activities, wellness & social connection
Full residential care guide

Illinois rules & paying for care

Assisted living and shared housing establishments in Illinois are licensed and inspected by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH).

  • Illinois operates the Supportive Living Program (SLP), a Medicaid-funded model that helps cover assisted living care and services for eligible seniors in participating communities
  • Veterans may apply VA Aid & Attendance toward costs
  • Private pay, savings, and long-term care insurance are common
How to pay for senior care
Questions

Illinois residential care FAQs

What is the Supportive Living Program in Illinois?
The Supportive Living Program (SLP) is an Illinois Medicaid model that pays for care and services in participating assisted living communities, making it more affordable for eligible seniors. Residents still pay room and board from their income. Our advisors can help you find SLP communities near you.
How much does assisted living cost in Illinois?
The statewide average is about $6,219 per month. The Chicago metro runs higher ($5,300 to $8,000+), while central and downstate regions are lower ($4,950 to $6,850+). Memory care averages around $7,800. Call for current community pricing.
Explore more

Other care types in Illinois

Assisted Living in IllinoisHelp with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, plus meals, housekeeping, and social life Memory Care in IllinoisSecured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or other dementia, with 24/7 supervision and trained staff Nursing Homes in Illinois24/7 skilled nursing and medical care for people with complex or chronic health needs Independent Living in IllinoisMaintenance-free living with amenities and social opportunities for active, self-sufficient seniors CCRCs in IllinoisA full continuum of care — independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing — on one campus All Illinois senior livingBrowse every community by city

Free help finding residential care in Illinois

Our senior living advisors know Illinois communities, pricing, and availability. Tell us what your family needs and we'll do the legwork — at no cost and no obligation.

Talk to an advisor
1 (844) 203 4645
24/7 Hotline
Free & Confidential
Call Now